Management Analysis Specialist I

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Aug 29, 2025
  • Salary: $45,184-$55,735 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:55735
  • Full Time
  • Other
  • Job Description

    Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today!

    This is a first-level Medicaid eligibility specialist position in support of youth in the care of the Missouri Division of Youth Services located in Jefferson City. This position is in-office without the possibility of remote work. The following tasks are the responsibility of the Management Analysis Specialist I:

    • Determines initial and continuing Medicaid eligibility of DYS youth according to federal and state standards within a timely manner.
    • Gather, verify, evaluate, and enter necessary information for Medicaid eligibility within established timeframes.
    • Maintain complete and accurate computerized and/or paper records of youth Medicaid eligibility and prepare reports as required.
    • Review and take necessary action on daily, weekly and monthly reports.
    • Create and disseminate weekly reports to the managed care vendor.
    • Explains and interprets agency policy, procedures, and rules governing eligibility for DYS youth.
    • Participates as a DYS representative in workgroups with other divisions, agencies or constituents.
    • Assists with the tri-annual time study by attending training, preparing documents, answering questions from other staff and compiling results in Excel.
    • Review financial and program records to evaluate the accuracy of the information reported, adhere to policies and procedures, and comply with federal and/or state laws, and regulations.
    • Provides technical advice and assistance and exercises significant independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; receives general administrative direction.
    • Work in a variety of software products to assist in data manipulation and creation of reports, including but not limited to: the DYS case management system and Microsoft Office applications.
    • Develop, prepare and utilize spreadsheets, monitoring tools and reports as needed.
    • Work in a fast-paced office environment and communicate with external and internal partners on a daily basis.
    • Maintain confidentiality of information obtained through the course of employment.
    • Perform back-up duties for coworkers as needed.
    • Perform system testing as needed.
    • Perform other related work as assigned.


    Knowledge, skills & abilities

    In addition to those identified in the previous level: Knowledge of basic research methods and analysis, computer information systems, and statistical software. Ability to problem solve. Ability to perform basic queries and analysis of data. Extremely high attention to detail. Proficient with Microsoft Excel. Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements. Ability to multi-task and manage priorities. Self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities and has the ability to work with minimal supervision.

    Bachelor’s degree or 2-4 years of relevant data entry experience and/or appropriate certification.

    Preferred Qualifications: Current or previous Department of Social Services employee with Medicaid eligibility experience and/or a working knowledge of the eligibility production system.

    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    If you experience an accessibility issue while applying at mocareers.mo.gov, please contact courtney.a.hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416. If you have questions about this position, please contact: hrc@dss.mo.gov .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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